AIA Columbus

AIA Columbus is investing in the future of our profession!

The ENGAGE Professional Development Grants from AIA Columbus are designed to support member growth by funding opportunities to attend AIA conferences and expand skills, networks, and leadership capacity.

From emerging professionals to seasoned leaders, these grants empower members at every stage to grow, connect, and help shape the future of architecture.

Apply Here Today: https://aiacolumbus.org/engage-grants/

AIA Columbus is proud to honor Peter L. Bardwell, FAIA with the 2025 President’s Award in recognition of his decades of extraordinary leadership, mentorship, and service—both locally and nationally—within healthcare architecture and the AIA College of Fellows. Congratulations Peter!

Photography by Norman Ai

See the highlights of our celebration of design excellence at the 2025 AIA Columbus Architecture Awards Ceremony—captured beautifully by our photographer, Norman Ai.

See more about the award winners: https://aiacolumbus.org/architecture-awards-winners-2025/

GSOH – The AEP Foundation STEM Leadership Center

“Exemplifies a compelling integration of architectural clarity, social engagement, and technical expression.”

Honor Award – Large Project
GSOH – The AEP Foundation STEM Leadership Center
Architect – BBCO
Photography - Photography © Brad Feinknopf

Dean-Haidet Residence

“The project is distinguished by its meticulous detailing and the seamless integration of interior and exterior spaces, creating a harmonious and deliberate relationship between architecture and site.”

Honor Award – Residential
Dean-Haidet Residence
Architect – GRA+D Architects
Photography – Marshall Evan Photography

Global Impact STEM Academy, Upper Academy

“Characterized by precision, coherence, and restraint, the project stands as a model of forward-looking educational design that is at once functional, inspiring, and contextually aware.”

Honor Award – Large Project
Global Impact STEM Academy, Upper Academy
Architect – WSA
Photography – Spencer Hawk Photography

Astor Park Office Development

“The project demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of proportion, materiality, and context, resulting in an office development that is both architecturally distinguished and inviting.”

Merit Award – Large Project
Astor Park Office Development
Architect of Record – Lupton Rausch Architecture + Interior Design
Design Architect – Goettsch Partners, Inc.
Photography – Photography © Brad Feinknopf

Scioto Mile Fountain Transformation

“Demonstrates a thoughtful and skillful integration of new and existing elements, resulting in a cohesive and engaging public space.”

Merit Award – Small Project
Scioto Mile Fountain Transformation
Architect – AECOM
Photography – Photography © Brad Feinknopf

Buck Mason Soho

“Buck Mason Soho exemplifies a refined and restrained approach to interior design.”

Merit Award – Interior Architecture
Buck Mason Soho
Design Architect – Greg Dutton Studio
Architect of Record: Sawicki Tarella Architecture + Design
Photography: Photo by Reid Rolls

Minerva France Elementary School

“Demonstrates an inventive and resourceful approach to design within the constraints of a school budget.”

Merit Award – Interior Architecture
Minerva France Elementary School
Design Architect – Triad Architects
Photography – Kate Horgan

43 Green

“Thoughtfully articulated communal spaces, coupled with proximity to public transit, reinforce the project’s commitment to sustainable urban living and a vibrant, connected neighborhood.”

Merit Award – Large Project
43 Green
Design Architect – Moody Nolan
Architect of Record – LBBA Architects
Photography – Harris